Dundalk Stadium is proud to announce its 20th anniversary since opening its doors
on the 29th of November 2003, opened by the then minister for sport John
O’Donoghue, Dundalk Stadium was born.

L to R above picture ;
Jim Martin CEO with Directors Gerry Kerly, Colm McCourt, Leo McAuley (Chairman) and Nick Watcham Director at Dundalk Stadium for the first horse trials.

Since 2003, Dundalk Stadium has become the only all-weather racecourse in
Ireland, and one of the only dual-purpose racecourses in Europe. Racing both
horses and greyhounds, even on the same night. The Co. Louth venue has been
dedicated to offering customers the most unique and exhilarating experience, and
are delighted to be one of the main tourist’s attractions in the North East. The
management and staff are excited to celebrate this outstanding milestone.

The Horseracing and Greyhound track side by side at Dundalk Stadium (AK)

Over the past two decades, the racecourse has grown and now boasts over 40
horse fixtures a year and two greyhound fixtures weekly.  Jim Martin CEO of Dundalk
Stadium said “We are thrilled to have reached this exciting milestone. Our success is
a testament to the hard work and dedication of all the employees that have worked
at the racecourse over the past twenty years, as well as all the horse and greyhound
trainers, owners, jockeys, customers, sponsors and the public who has attended our
racecourse during that time.”

Dundalk 26-8-07. The Runners for TheMCR Group EBF August Handicap race up past the enclosures on the new Polyrack surface at the opening meeting on the new Dundalk track.
Photo HEALY RACING.

To commemorate this special occasion, on the 29th of  November 2023, Dundalk
Stadium will be hosting their 20th  anniversary birthday party at the racecourse.
Complimentary tickets are available online www.dundalkstadium.com/booktickets
using code “20years” – for your FREE ADMISSION TICKET or code “10off” – for €10
OFF The View Restaurant dining package.

Horse racing will commence from approx. 3.20pm with a commemorative greyhound
race card following from approx. 7.30pm.

“To thank our loyal customers, we are delighted to be hosting this celebration event!
20 years in business is an amazing achievement and we cannot wait to celebrate
with all our loyal customers. Spot prizes & giveaways will also take place that
evening as we celebrate so we hope to see everyone there!” said Lisa O’Connor,
Sales & Marketing Manager Dundalk Stadium.

For more information about Dundalk Stadium and their 20th anniversary celebration,
please visit their website www.dundalkstadium.com, or their social media pages on
Facebook, Instagram or X or contact them at 0429334438.